The Plugable Performance NIX Capture Card provides low-latency streaming and capture of 1080p video at 60 frames per second for Linux, macOS, and Windows users. Use your favorite capture software, use any of your consoles with 1080p HDMI output, and broadcast anywhere.
NIX!
Whether you’re streaming on Twitch, YouTube Gaming, Mixer, or preparing footage for upload, the NIX Streaming and Capture Card provides 1080p @ 60FPS capture in a compact, plug-and-play package.
Plugable Performance NIX HDMI Capture & Streaming Card
Multi-Platform. Stream, capture, and share your way.
(See specs & compatibility for details.)
Whether you want your Nintendo® Switch on Twitch, Xbox® One on Mixer, or PlayStation® 4 on YouTube, the NIX Capture Card is a simple-to-use and portable solution for video capture and streaming. Included HDMI pass-through means you won't need a splitter to view the direct video output on your favorite TV or projected on a big screen at an eSports tournament.
Latency. Just NIX it.
Stay focused on the action. HDMI pass-through allows your console, or other HDMI device, to output to a display through the capture card with no added latency. You won't need to worry about frame-perfect combos being hindered by the NIX.
Plug And Play. NIX the bloatware.
Many capture solutions require resource-heavy proprietary software to function, but not the NIX. The NIX Capture Card barely sips precious resources like CPU cycles and system memory. Since it uses USB Video Class (UVC) to carry video data to host systems, it takes advantage of optimized operating system functions to manage webcams, helping to keep system resource usage low and a high degree of compatibility.
Universal Connectivity. NIX the lack of options.
Whether you're using the latest USB-C connection, or just need to use the USB 3.0 (Type-A) ports on your gaming rig. The NIX Capture Card provides both a half-meter USB-C to USB-C cable, and USB-C to USB-A cable so that you can use it with any computer you have without having to worry about adapters.
Documentation
Windows
Using the Plugable Performance NIX HDMI Streaming and Capture Card in OBS for Windows
1. With the device already connected, open OBS on the PC you are planning on streaming from
2. Once OBS is open, look for the "Sources" frame in the bottom left of OBS
3. Click the + button at the bottom left of the frame, and select "Video Capture Device"
4. Once "Video Capture Device" is selected, a separate window will show
Input any name you wish and click "OK".
5. Another frame will appear, this shows the individual characteristics of the Nix Capture Card. You should now also see an image (if you have already inserted an HDMI cable from the device you are attempting to capture (Xbox One, PS4, PC etc). If not, the screen should still be black. Please configure the capture card with these settings:
Once these settings are correctly set, click “OK”. (The Device should read as “FHD Capture”).
You should now be properly capturing the video from your connected source device via the Plugable Performance NIX HDMI Capture Card!
How to sync audio and video with OBS for Windows
1. Inside of Windows, on the bottom right-hand side of the desktop, right-click on the speaker icon . Choose "Open Sound settings", then "Sound Control Panel"
2. With the "Recording" tab open, double-click the "FHD Capture" Digital Audio Interface device
3. Inside of the “Advanced” tab, change the sample rate to “2 channel 16 bit, 48000 Hz (DVD Quality)”
4. Inside of the "Sources" Frame, select the "+" icon, and select "Audio Input Capture" creating or adjusting the name of the device to your choosing"
5. Once the "Properties Frame" populates, change the "Device" drop down box to "Digital Audio Interface (FHD Capture)". You will now have two sources associated with the capture card, one for audio, and one for video.
6. Now that the proper Audio Input settings are correctly configured, look for the “Mixer” frame on the bottom middle of OBS.
7. On the right hand side of the “Audio Input Capture” (or name of the capture card you originally customized) click the “settings” cog-wheel icon on the far right, and select “Advanced Audio Properties”
8. Once selected, the “Advanced Audio Properties Menu” will appear. Look for the “Audio Input Capture” (or name of the capture card you originally customized) on the left, and then navigate to the “Sync Offset” option. Inside of the text box, type in 470. This is the standard offset sync amount, but it may need to be adjusted depending on the audio you are capturing, or the device you are attempting to capture audio from.
You are now properly synced with the Video & Audio being captured via the Plugable Performance NIX Capture Card.
Using the NIX with XSplit on Windows
1. With XSplit open, locate the "Add Source" menu at the bottom left-hand side of the window, inside the "Scene" section
2. Select the "Add Source" button, and then navigate to "Devices (webcam, capture cards...)" "Video" "FHD Capture"
3. The NIX should now be added inside of XSplit, and will allow you to capture
4. Since the audio stream is separate from the video stream on the NIX, XSplit will allow the built-in audio to be muxed together. To modify the audio settings (such as sync delays), right-click the "FHD Capture" (or custom name if applied) and you will see the "Audio Input" menu
5. In the "Playback" section's "Audio Input" dropdown, choose "Digital Audio Interface (FHD Capture)." This allows the audio from the HDMI source to be broadcast through XSplit
6. Once the audio input device is specified, you can now modify the "Offset (ms)" value. The most common offset is 470ms, but you may need to adjust that if you notice a mismatch between the audio and video
macOS
Using the Plugable Performance NIX HDMI Streaming and Capture Card in OBS for macOS
1. With the device already connected, open OBS on the Mac you are planning to stream from
2. Once OBS is open, look for the "Sources" frame in the bottom left of OBS
3. Click the + button at the bottom left of the frame, and select "Video Capture Device"
4. Once "Video Capture Device" is selected, a separate window will show
Input any name you wish and click "OK".
5. In the window that appears you'll be given more specific options for video capture. Open the "Properties" menu for the new video capture device. Ensure that "FHD Capture" is set in the "Device" dropdown
The recommended settings for the Capture Card are shown below:
- Resolution of 1920x1080
- Framerate (Simple FPS Values) of 60.
- Input format of YUY2 for best results, or MJPEG.
- Color Space set to Auto.
If you have questions about additional settings, please contact us at support@plugable.com
Once the settings are finalized, click "OK". (The NIX Capture Card should show as "FHD Capture"). Make sure under "Audio Output Mode" that you have selected "Output Desktop Audio (Wave Out)".
That's it! Your Plugable NIX Capture Card is now configured with OBS and ready for capture or a streaming session!
How to configure audio capture in OBS on macOS
1. With OBS open, look for the "Sources" frame, and click the + icon at the bottom left-hand side
2. Inside of the "Add Source" menu, select "Audio Input Capture"
3. Inside the window for creating a new device, make sure that the radio button for "Create new" is selected, and rename the device as desired. Also make sure that the checkbox for "Make source visible" is checked
4. Once the new source has been added, select "Properties". In the "Device" dropdown, select "FHD Capture"
5. That's it! Audio capture is now configured for the NIX Streaming and Capture Card in OBS for macOS!
Linux
Using the Plugable Performance NIX HDMI Streaming and Capture Card in OBS for Linux (Ubuntu)
1. With the NIX Streaming and Capture card already connected, please open OBS on the PC you plan to stream from
2.Once OBS is open, look for the "Sources" frame in the bottom-left of OBS
3. Click the + button at the bottom-left of the frame, and select "Video Capture Device"
4. In the window that appears, give a name of your choosing for the capture device, then click "OK"
5. Another window will appear, this allows you to configure settings for the video from the capture card. You may now see an image appearing from the capture source (if it is connected and powered on), otherwise the preview will still be black
Please configure the capture card with the following settings:
Once the settings are configured, click "OK." (The device should read as "FHD Capture")
6. That's it! The video from the capture card is now configured for use with OBS in Linux
How to configure audio capture in OBS on Linux
1. With the device already connected, open OBS on the PC you plan to stream or capture from
2. Once OBS is open, look for the "Sources" frame in the bottom-left of OBS
3. Click the + button at the bottom-left of the frame, and select "Audio Input Capture (Pulse Audio)" and click "OK"
4. The "Audio Input Capture" properties window will open. Select "FHD Capture Digital Stereo (IEC958)" in the dropdown
5. That's it! The Plugable Performance NIX Streaming and Capture Card is now configured to use audio in OBS!
How to sync audio and video with OBS on Linux
1. In OBS, with the capture card already configured as a video and audio source, Find the "Mixer" frame in the bottom-center of OBS
2. On the right-hand side of the mixer for the Video Capture Device (or the custom name you chose), click the "Settings" cog/gear and choose "Advanced Audio Properties"
3. In the "Advanced Audio Properties" window, find the row for the video capture device, then type in the "Sync Offset (ms)" value of 470. This is the most common audio offset, but you may need to adjust it if you notice a mismatch in the timing of audio and video
4. That's it! Audio and video synchronization is now configured. If you need any assistance, please contact us at support@plugable.com
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Technical Details and Compatibility
General
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Model |
NIX |
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SKU |
USBC-CAP60 |
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Dimensions |
92.2 mm x 54.6 mm x 16.6 mm
(3.79 in x 2.15 in x 0.65 in) |
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Weight |
96 g (3.4 oz)
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Cable Lengths
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USB-C to USB-C |
29 in (74 mm)
(including male plug) |
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USB-C to USB-A |
29 in (74 mm)
(including male plug) |
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Recommended Software and System Requirements
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Software |
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Operating System |
Windows® (7 SP1, 8.x, or 10)
Linux (Kernel 3.9+) macOS® (10.9 or higher) |
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Video Specifications
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HDMI Input Resolutions
HDMI 1.4 |
720x480 @ 60Hz
1920x1080 @ 60Hz
720x567 @ 50Hz 1280x720 @ 50Hz 1280x720 @ 60Hz 1920x1080 @ 24Hz 1920x1080 @ 25Hz 1920x1080 @ 30Hz 1920x1080 @ 50Hz (Interlaced) 1920x1080 @ 50Hz 1920x1080 @ 60Hz (Interlaced) |
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HDMI Output Resolutions
HDMI 1.4 |
720x480 @ 60Hz
1920x1080 @ 60Hz
720x567 @ 50Hz 1280x720 @ 50Hz 1280x720 @ 60Hz 1920x1080 @ 24Hz 1920x1080 @ 25Hz 1920x1080 @ 30Hz 1920x1080 @ 50Hz (Interlaced) 1920x1080 @ 50Hz 1920x1080 @ 60Hz (Interlaced) |
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Recording Resolutions
USB 3.0 Host Port |
1920x1080 @ 60Hz (MJPEG or YUY2)
(Other resolutions dependent on capture software.) |
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Recording Resolutions
USB 2.0 Host Port |
1920x1080 @ 60Hz (MJPEG)
(Other resolutions dependent on capture software.) |
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Audio Specifications
| Item | Item Info | ||
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HDMI Input |
2.0 Channel PCM Audio @ 48KHz |
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HDMI Output |
2.0 Channel PCM Audio @ 48KHz |
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USB 3.0 or 2.0 Host |
2.0 Channel PCM Audio @ 48KHz |
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FAQ
What operating systems is the Plugable Performance NIX Capture Card compatible with?
The Plugable NIX Capture & Streaming Card does not require any specific software or drivers to be installed. It is compatible with Windows 7/8/8.1/10 as well as macOS, and Linux.
What streaming software can I utilize with the NIX Capture Card?
Since the NIX Capture Card utilizes drivers that are baked or already present inside of Windows, macOS, and Linux, it will work with most major streaming software such as OBS, StreamLabs OBS, XSplit, Wirexast, and vMix.
For additional information regarding the streaming software you utilize, if not present in this list, please reach out to us directly at support@plugable.com
When I am setting the Audio Input Capture source inside of OBS, the sound is not synced with the video. Can this be fixed?
It sure can! In the bottom of your OBS Window, there is a frame/section called “Mixer". Scroll through the list and look for the audio input capture line item (usually a unique name you added when adding the Audio Input Capture Source) and click on the “COG Wheel, or Settings Wheel” on the right. Select “Advanced Audio Settings”.
A window should appear showing you the name of the device, the volume bar, and other various settings. Look for the Audio Input Capture item name you configured, and in the column that says “Sync Offset” input 470ms (for some devices the magic number will be between 470-480).
The video should now be synced to the audio being captured.
A window should appear showing you the name of the device, the volume bar, and other various settings. Look for the Audio Input Capture item name you configured, and in the column that says “Sync Offset” input 470ms (for some devices the magic number will be between 470-480).
The video should now be synced to the audio being captured.
What port do I connect my Console/PC that I want to capture the video from on the capture card?
The NIX Capture Card has two individual HDMI ports: One for "In" and one for "Out".
The "IN" port should be where you connect an HDMI cable from the source (Xbox® One, PlayStation® 4, etc) to this port.
What is the “Out” port for on the NIX Capture Card?
The "OUT" port can be connected to a display so that you can see a live feed of what is being sent to the "IN" port.
This way you can still view the output from your HDMI source at the same latency as it would be when directly connected to the display without dropped frames or lag.
When I disconnected the source HDMI cable from the capture card, and then insert another new source, the NIX Capture Card did not show anything in OBS. How do I fix this?
A bug in OBS can cause this to sometimes occur. The best way to resolve the issue is to right click the "Video Capture Device" source (or the unique name it was given) and select properties.
Inside of properties, just below the "Device" drop down box, you should see a "Deactivate button". Click the Deactivate button, and remove the HDMI cable that is connected to the "IN" port on the capture card.
Wait 5 seconds, and then reconnect the HDMI cable from the source system to the "in" port on the capture card. Once reconnected, right click the "Video Capture Device" source (or the unique name it was given) and select properties. Once inside properties, click the "Activate" button and you should be back up and capturing!
Can I record and capture video at the same time?
Yes! Inside of OBS, under the "Start Streaming" button, you should see a "Start Recording" button. Once this is selected, the device will start capturing and recording the content via the capture card, and saving it to your configured location.
The Plugable NIX Capture Card is unique, in the sense that it does not splice or cut the recorded video, and instead saves the entire recorded video into a single file. This makes it easier to transfer, import, or edit.
Which cable inside the box do I use to connect the NIX Capture Card to my computer?
There are three total cables/adapters included inside of the box with the NIX Capture Card. One is a standard USB 3.0 to USB 3.0 cable. This can be utilized on most modern systems, and will allow you to connect the capture card, and communicate with your capture software.
The second cable is unique, as it allows a USB Type-C (USB-C) based system (such as a laptop) with a native USB-C port to connect to the NIX Capture Card. One end is USB-A (which connects to the Capture Card) and the other is USB-C, that you connect to a compatible USB-C based system.
We also include a small USB-C male to USB-A 3.0 female adapter. This can be utilized to combine both the USB 3.0 to USB 3.0 cable, on a system that a USB-C port.
Can I output 2560x1440 or 4K content?
No. The NIX Capture Card only supports a maximum resolution for input and output of 1920x1080 @ 60Hz.
Does the capture card support higher refresh rates for pass-through to my 75Hz, 100Hz, 120Hz, or 144Hz monitor?
No. The NIX Capture Card only supports a maximum resolution for input and output of 1920x1080 @ 60Hz. Even if your display and devices support higher refresh rates, they will not function through the NIX.
I connected my PlayStation 4/ PlayStation Pro to the Plugable Performance NIX Capture Card, and I can see an image on the display connected to the "out" port on the capture card, but not inside of my streaming software. What should I do?
The PlayStation 4 / PlayStation 4 Pro system utilizes HDCP protection by default when the console is turned on. To disable this feature, select (Settings) > [System] and then clear the checkbox for [Enable HDCP].
When using a macOS system to capture video/audio from my source device, the audio seems to sound incorrect or "choppy", How can I resolve this?
This is most likely a problem with the Hz rate the audio for the capture card has been configured as. Please follow these instructions:
- On your main macOS Desktop, at the top left, look for the "Finder Bar" and click "Go"
- Locate and select "Utilities"
- With the "Utilities" menu now open, locate "Audio MIDI Setup" and double click the icon
- Once inside of the main "Audio MIDI Setup" menu, locate the "FHD Capture" device, and click to highlight it.
- Once highlighted, look for the drop down box next to "Format" and ensure that 48,000Hz has been selected.
- Once the correct Hz rate has been selected, close out of "Audio MIDI Setup" and head into OBS.
- With OBS open, locate the "OBS" listing on the top left of your macOS Desktop. Click it, and select "Preferences"
- Once the "Preferences" menu has been opened, on the left side locate and select the "Audio" option.
- Inside of the "Audio" menu, please ensure that the drop down box next to "Sample Rate" has been properly set to 48khz.
- Once the drop down box is correct, click "OK" on the bottom right hand side of the menu, and restart OBS.